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: Rhino Ramps


Smokey66
04-18-2007, 08:11 AM
I need a set of ramps and someone recommend these to me. They have a Mustang, any Vette owners use these before? Any clearance issues? Thank you.

tstar
04-18-2007, 08:23 AM
I use a set, got em at Wally world. The rubber air dam will hit but it flexes out of the way without any problems. You could make a small cheater ramp to alleviate (that isn't spelled right is it?) that.

I recommend them, they are cheap and lightweight... and they work!

Lethal Tendencies
04-18-2007, 02:58 PM
Don't get the Rhinos.Have the time your air dam will push the ramp away from your tire.I found this set at Menards and they work great.Only $23.

http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/corvette-photos/data/553/ramp4.jpg

tstar
04-18-2007, 09:32 PM
I haven't had that problem, my Rhinos have a rubber pad on the bottom that keeps em from sliding. Having said that, those Ramps look excellent as well and cheaper if I'm not mistaken! Matter of fact, they appear to be modular... is that right LT? That's a neat feature for storage! I like em better then the Rhinos!!!

Of course my damn luck I'd loose half of one! LOL

Cool! Thanx LT!!!!!!

Lethal Tendencies
04-19-2007, 03:03 AM
Yes they are modular so your right if you loose one your screwed.

Vette-007
04-19-2007, 06:52 AM
I have been using jack/stands for years. $23?? Can't go wrong with that, part is officially added to the buy list.

HD&C5Fun
04-28-2007, 02:55 AM
These sound great. I just done a search for ramps at the "Menards" web site and no matches were found. ???

HD&C5Fun
05-02-2007, 12:33 PM
Where can one find these? Menards....

HD&C5Fun
05-11-2007, 06:48 AM
Oh well, reckon I'll just have to keep looking for ramps or just by a lift.

tstar
05-11-2007, 11:41 AM
I got my Rhinos at Wal Mart... See above.

jtrundle
05-11-2007, 06:03 PM
I was wondering the same thing. I am a DIY kinda guy and I was wondering how to lift my vette so I can change my own oil. I sure don't trust any oil/lube place. My jack is too tall for the vette. Those ramps in the pic above look like the ticket.

derek.messer
05-16-2007, 03:27 PM
I was wondering the same thing. I am a DIY kinda guy and I was wondering how to lift my vette so I can change my own oil. I sure don't trust any oil/lube place. My jack is too tall for the vette. Those ramps in the pic above look like the ticket.

FYI you can get at auto store 3" floor jacks that should fit under your ride.

jtrundle
05-16-2007, 06:16 PM
Thanks for the tip. I am gonna have to do something soon.

tstar
05-16-2007, 08:06 PM
I got the lowest jack I could find and still can not get it in under the front. I use Rhinos then get the jack under there.

To change oil, I ride up the ramps, remove the drain nut, take filter out. Then jack the rear up.

HD&C5Fun
05-27-2007, 03:56 AM
"auto peg" ramp systems... $23.00 ... Menards.....?
Where?

Lethal Tendencies
05-29-2007, 05:08 AM
ALL-pro ramp system. made in Wheeling,illinois. distributed by Menards lumber company.

bighank
06-21-2007, 11:00 AM
Used my grey rhinos for the C5, a Grand Am, and a new Mustang. All of these have horrendously low front fascia. Get the grey ones rated at 12000#. The Black ones are cheaper but rated at only 8000#. A good relatively inexpensive jack with a 3" down height can be had at Harbor Freight. I got the one that usually sells for $159 and $129 on sale for about $105 with one of their 20% off coupons. They also make a slightly smaller one which has low saddle height for $79. If you are working on the tires or brakes ramps are of no use. If you are just changing the oil then ramps are fine. Incidentally make your own jacking pucks for $2.50 each with a $2 hockey puck and a large eye bolt and some nuts. My set resides in the trunk in one of the small compartments in case I'm not home and need to jack up the car. Beats crunching your rocker panels on some lift.:) BIGHANK

jrprich
06-29-2007, 08:21 PM
ALL-pro ramp system. made in Wheeling,illinois. distributed by Menards lumber company.

Very interested in the All Pro Ramps....but there is no Menards anywhere near me and their website does not show any provision for online ordering........do you, or anyone else in the MidWest, know if they offer web ordering ? :confused:

http://www.menards.com/

Chevyman
07-02-2007, 07:22 AM
Don't get the Rhinos.Have the time your air dam will push the ramp away from your tire.I found this set at Menards and they work great.Only $23.

http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/corvette-photos/data/553/ramp4.jpg
Where is Menards? THey are only $23? How is the quality?

pearson23
07-05-2007, 09:17 AM
absolutely go to wally world and all your dreams will be answered!! But seriously they have nice ramps there!:)